Assistant Planner

City of Rialto • Rialto, CA

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About The Position

This recruitment is for an Assistant Planner position within the Planning Division. The role involves performing technical duties to support the division, providing planning information to the public regarding zoning, permitted uses, application procedures, and commission/council actions. Responsibilities include maintaining official assessor's map books, assisting in the preparation of technical documents and visual aids, and performing various duties related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Requirements

• Two years of planning or development program technical support experience.
• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field.
• Possession of a State of California driver's license.
• Knowledge of operations, services and activities of an urban planning program.
• Knowledge of basic urban planning concepts, processes and terminology.
• Knowledge of basic zoning and land use concepts and terminology.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of drafting and mechanical drawing.
• Knowledge of basic report writing, research and data compilation methods.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of drafting and mapping.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Knowledge of mathematical principles.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform technical duties in support of planning division operations and activities.
• Ability to perform general drafting and mapping work using appropriate equipment.
• Ability to learn pertinent laws, codes, ordinances and regulations related to planning activities.
• Ability to assist in the review of plans and specifications.
• Ability to evaluate and process permit applications.
• Ability to explain planning and zoning programs to the general public.
• Ability to compile technical and statistical information and prepare basic reports.
• Ability to read and understand maps, site plans, zoning codes and related information.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Answers questions and provides information to the public; interprets permit data and explains requirements, regulations and procedures; assists with inquiries pertaining to planning division operations and procedures.
• Receives and processes a variety of development applications; evaluates completeness and accuracy; collects and distributes planning fees; routes applications to appropriate staff.
• Enters applications into computerized system; retrieves data to provide status of applications to applicants; updates data; prepares reports as required.
• Researches, collects, compiles, records and summarizes technical data; evaluates applications to ensure compliance with division regulations and standards; maintains planning files and records.
• Receives and processes a variety of plot plans and certificates of occupancy for completeness; within established guidelines, approves various permit applications and issues required permits.
• Prepares a variety of statistical and technical reports; explains recommendations.
• Prepares and updates zoning, general plans and existing land use maps using technical drafting equipment and computer programs.
• Prepares a variety of materials for use in Planning Commission and/or City Council meetings; verifies accuracy of information presented; prepares and presents oral and visual media at commissions and community groups.
• Assists planners in reviewing plans to determine compliance with laws, codes and ordinances; assists in the preparation of reports and other materials; conducts site surveys and investigations related to projects, zoning or specific requests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level